Shop Manager - Charity Retail
We are currently recruiting for a Shop Manager to work 37.5 hours per week in Cambridge. This is a fixed term contract until 18th March 2018.
Title: Shop Manager
Job Reference: 42212
Hours: 37.5 (full time) hours per week
Location: Cambridge
Contract type: Fixed Term
Salary: £15,345 - £15,710 per annum - £7.87 - £8.06 per hour
About the role
We are looking for a capable, reliable person to lead and support a small, enthusiastic team of staff and volunteers. This will be a hands-on role involving the selection, pricing and presentation of donated stock and, of course, customer service. The Shop Manager is also responsible for the appearance of the shop and completing administration tasks.
You will be an ambassador for Sense; raising vital funds for the charity and promoting who we are and what we do to the members of your local community. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who find it difficult to communicate and connect with the world, especially those with sensory impairments.
You will be responsible for generating income by maximising sales, controlling costs and encouraging your local community to donate saleable items.
About us
Sense is a national charity that supports people who are deafblind, those with sensory impairments and those with complex needs, to enjoy more independent lives.
You can find out on our website more about what it's like to work in a Sense shop.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Skills and abilities
The successful applicant will need to be self-motivated, creative and positively committed to working in charity retail. You’ll have experience of providing excellent customer service and motivating a team to do the same.
You’ll have an eye for detail and will ensure a safe, clean and inviting environment for customers, staff and volunteers. Previous experience of working in a retail environment is highly desirable.
This position requires the applicant to be willing to work Bank Holidays and weekends as required.
Closing date: Sunday 1 October 2017
Interview date: Tuesday 10 October 2017
To start: To be confirmed
TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:
If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the 'Apply' button to be directed to our website where you can download the information pack and complete the application process.
We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines and job description (available on our website) before applying.
Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
No agencies please.